What is the cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Newquay?

The cheapest way to get from Porthcawl to Newquay is to bus which costs £35 - £120 and takes 8h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Newquay?

The fastest way to get from Porthcawl to Newquay is to drive which takes 3h 50m and costs £50 - £75.

Is there a direct bus between Porthcawl and Newquay?

No, there is no direct bus from Porthcawl to Newquay station. However, there are services departing from Griffin Park and arriving at Newquay Bus Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon and Bristol Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 53m.

Is there a direct train between Porthcawl and Newquay?

No, there is no direct train from Porthcawl to Newquay. However, there are services departing from Bridgend and arriving at Newquay via Bristol Parkway, Plymouth and Par. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 6m.

How far is it from Porthcawl to Newquay?

The distance between Porthcawl and Newquay is 249 miles. The road distance is 208 miles.

How do I travel from Porthcawl to Newquay without a car?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Newquay without a car is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs £120 - £210.

How long does it take to get from Porthcawl to Newquay?

It takes approximately 8h 6m to get from Porthcawl to Newquay, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Newquay bus from?

Porthcawl to Newquay bus services, operated by National Express, depart from Sarn Odeon station.

Where do I catch the Porthcawl to Newquay train from?

Porthcawl to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), depart from Bridgend station.

Train or bus from Porthcawl to Newquay?

The best way to get from Porthcawl to Newquay is to train which takes 8h 6m and costs £120 - £210. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs £35 - £120 and takes 8h 53m.

Where does the Porthcawl to Newquay bus arrive?

Porthcawl to Newquay bus services, operated by National Express, arrive at Bus Station.

Where does the Porthcawl to Newquay train arrive?

Porthcawl to Newquay train services, operated by Great Western Railway (GWR), arrive at Bristol Parkway station.

Can I drive from Porthcawl to Newquay?

Yes, the driving distance between Porthcawl to Newquay is 208 miles. It takes approximately 3h 50m to drive from Porthcawl to Newquay.

Where can I stay near Newquay?

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Porthcawl to Newquay - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Porthcawl to Newquay by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Bridgend to Bristol Parkwaytrain
2. Take the train from Bristol Parkway to Plymouthtrain
3. Take the train from Plymouth to Partrain
8h 6m
£121–205
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Sarn Odeon to Bus Stationbus 202 / ...
2. Take the bus from Bristol Bus Station to Newquay Bus Stationbus Ukn49 / ...
8h 53m
£38–116
Drive 206.8 mi
1. Drive from Porthcawl to Newquaycar 206.8 mi
3h 50m
£51–73
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Porthcawl Library to Cardiff Bus Interchange Bay 2bus X2
2. Take the train from Cardiff Central to St Austelltrain Cardiff Central - Penzance
8h 59m
£95–187

Porthcawl to Newquay by bus and train

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8h 6mAverage Duration

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Distance: 247.2 mi
Duration: 8h 6m

What companies run services between Porthcawl, Wales and Newquay, England?

You can take a bus from Northways to Newquay via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 9, Bridgend, Bristol Parkway, Plymouth, and Par in around 8h 6m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Griffin Park to Newquay Bus Station via Bridgend Bus Station Stand 6, Sarn Odeon, and Bristol Bus Station in around 8h 53m.

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